New JibberJobber Landing Page Something New, Fresh, and Simple

New JibberJobber Landing Page Something New, Fresh, and Simple Last year when I was working with Udie, my UX guy in San Francisco, I learned that on a page, every field that you have to enter something presents a choice and one of our goals is to reduce the choices. No, this isnt a political statement its simply a design technique to help clean up websites that are too confusing. When we started working together he said, Jason, one thing Im going to do is take away a lot of stuff from JibberJobber.  Ugh, I thought I dont want to be like that company that takes away features that people use and love! He wasnt talking about taking away (and retiring) features he was talking about cleaning up each page so it isnt confusing, rather its closer to a single-purpose. Dont worry, were not going to take away the power of JibberJobber but we are on a mission to clean things and make each page more intuitive. And, where we can, make the site look more updated. And thats why we have worked on updating the landing page (and static, logged-out pages) of JibberJobber.  Theres one change we made that, years ago, I would not have done but every single thing we have on this page is where it is for a reason.  I hope that these changes continue to move us closer to the target. I wont pretend that we are done, or this is it, but I think this is a really good move in the right direction. The most important thing to realize is that if you are going to login (and you already have an account), you need to click the login link at the top-right.  The form thats on the front page is to create new accounts, not to login to your existing account. Well, thats it. This update doesnt impact the functionality of JibberJobber, but I hope it has an impact on new signups! Thanks for your support, well be releasing some other new features soon! New JibberJobber Landing Page Something New, Fresh, and Simple Last year when I was working with Udie, my UX guy in San Francisco, I learned that on a page, every field that you have to enter something presents a choice and one of our goals is to reduce the choices. No, this isnt a political statement its simply a design technique to help clean up websites that are too confusing. When we started working together he said, Jason, one thing Im going to do is take away a lot of stuff from JibberJobber.  Ugh, I thought I dont want to be like that company that takes away features that people use and love! He wasnt talking about taking away (and retiring) features he was talking about cleaning up each page so it isnt confusing, rather its closer to a single-purpose. Dont worry, were not going to take away the power of JibberJobber but we are on a mission to clean things and make each page more intuitive. And, where we can, make the site look more updated. And thats why we have worked on updating the landing page (and static, logged-out pages) of JibberJobber.  Theres one change we made that, years ago, I would not have done but every single thing we have on this page is where it is for a reason.  I hope that these changes continue to move us closer to the target. I wont pretend that we are done, or this is it, but I think this is a really good move in the right direction. The most important thing to realize is that if you are going to login (and you already have an account), you need to click the login link at the top-right.  The form thats on the front page is to create new accounts, not to login to your existing account. Well, thats it. This update doesnt impact the functionality of JibberJobber, but I hope it has an impact on new signups! Thanks for your support, well be releasing some other new features soon!

Job Seekers - Makes Your Resume Writing Free

Job Seekers - Makes Your Resume Writing FreeWhen looking for free resume writing, the selection is virtually unlimited. It seems that some web sites get around the lack of money by offering up a product that is neither for free nor free. You can find literally hundreds of websites that offer this service for a fee, with the added bonus of personal attention and even help to improve your resume.Free resume writing sites are not at all difficult to locate. If you want to know what they are, look on the internet or even see what the local directory sites have to offer.The online world is full of opportunities when it comes to resume writing, and it's a free option if you know where to look. You should take advantage of any free writing for resumes offers you find and apply for jobs as much as possible to increase your chances of being called in for an interview.You can use free resume writing as a chance to promote yourself while also getting back in touch with the employers who may hav e overlooked you. While you will probably still have to write the resume, the free services can be a great asset, providing you with the perfect start.You can easily find websites that offer free resume writing, especially if the jobs are provided by the large corporations that offer them. It can be tempting to use these sites because you are usually just one of many applicants, but it's better to use a service that has been specifically designed for these types of applications.Once you have found a free resume writing service, you should be able to provide a list of details about yourself, including details about what positions you may have held. Using the personal information you've provided to create a resume should be pretty easy, and you'll likely be able to use the same templates that they have already created.You can improve your chances of being called in if you create a solid cover letter that has a page depth and good grammar. The second half of your resume, which will be the cover letter, should emphasize the job skills you possess as well as the areas of specialization you possess.Once you have created your resume, you will want to send it out along with a letter explaining why you were chosen for the position you were interested in. The writing can even be done by the hiring company, so be sure to tell them how much you appreciate their consideration of your application.

Four Tips for Effective Leadership Communications - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Four Tips for Effective Leadership Communications - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Business owners and key executives create their company culture and that culture drives  their organizations results. If you are a leader who is not getting the results you want, it’s important to make an honest evaluation of your communications skills. Some  cultures are created by  default, passively letting  people act autonomously based upon  their individual preferences.  The leaders are either unaware of  what they are creating, aware but in  denial, or aware but lost as to what they should be doing differently. You might say they are leaders in name (or title) only. If you are observing any of these symptoms in your company, theres a good chance it is suffering from a leadership vacuum: Lack of accountability Low employee engagement Acceptance of poor performance In contrast,  effective leaders strive to  actively create their organizations culture and drive  positive action by actively influencing their people. To provide  some perspective on what this can look like, here are some comments on leadership worth considering: Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.   Peter Drucker A genuine leader is not a searcher for consensus but a molder of consensus.  Martin Luther King Leadership is unlocking peoples potential to become better.   Bill Bradley So, lets say you want to become better at doing the right things, molding consensus within your team  and unlocking the potential  within others. Where would you invest your time? Assuming  your people are not mind readers, Id like to propose that you  start by assessing and improving  your own communications skills. Leaders get things done by clearly communicating their  expectations and providing consistent, motivating  feedback. But most of us have not been trained to be effective communicators. So where can you start? Here are four tips to get you started on a positive track toward improving your effectiveness when requesting action from your people:  Verify you have their undivided attention by observing their eye contact and other non-verbal signals. This will  improve the odds that they hear your complete request.  Start with a preface, to provide  them your perspective. Explain why the action is needed and share helpful  background information. Share  a clear description of the action desired, to eliminate guesswork. Ask if they understand exactly what you want them to do. Specify the completion date and time that is required, so you both know this requirement and a complete commitment  is established. Theres a lot more to learn about communicating effectively, but keeping these four tips in mind can help you make major strides in the right direction. Try them out and in a future installment we will add some more ideas to these.

CCG Podcast 28 How to Start a Blog to Get a New Job

CCG Podcast 28 How to Start a Blog to Get a New Job Listen to the Classy Career Girl Podcast Episode #28 Click play above or right click here and save link as to download or subscribe on iTunes. Leave a quick review and rating  here on this link,  I would really appreciate it! Podcast Highlights Looking to blog yourself into a new career? I often get asked questions about how and why I started a blog. So, instead of sharing tips here and there I decided to put everything into one place. So, here it is! I am giving you everything I learned in the first three years. Here are the main points on how to create a blog to get a new job: How to get started blogging to find your next career opportunity How to gain exposure and credibility as an expert in your field Why you should start a blog to find a job What NOT to do as a blogger looking for a job How to develop blog relationships that will help you find a job How to blog if you are still currently employed (but want to transition ASAP!) How to create a “Blog to New Job” Action Plan What are your thoughts on this episode? Id love to hear  your thoughts and experiences on starting a new blog!

Tips For Writing a Resume

Tips For Writing a ResumeIf you are writing a resume, it is important to follow some resume writing instructions. For example, the first paragraph should show what your interest in the position is. The second paragraph should detail what you can do for the company.The third paragraph should outline the skills you have that will be useful in the position. The fourth paragraph will highlight those skills.In the date and time line, it is important to include dates and times. A great way to get started is to list three major events, three high points in your life, and three top achievements. The next paragraph should explain what you have done in your current job.The last paragraph should be a summary of how you would contribute to the organization. For example, you could include three top ideas, or you could simply state how you are a valuable asset to the company. It is important to avoid making your resume too long. You should end your resume with a short call to action, or a place to find more information about the company.Once you have all of your resume details down, it is important to be organized. You should also be sure to include any information about your education, work experience, skills, awards, and the job title.A lot of people have trouble putting together a resume. They also feel overwhelmed by the idea of writing a resume. The key to making it work is to follow some resume writing instructions.Another thing that you want to focus on is giving the applicant what they want. Most companies don't have a problem with job applicants who are willing to do a little extra research and who can articulate what the hiring manager is looking for.Resume writing instructions are important. If you think you might need them, be sure to begin with these two steps. They can make a difference.

Need a Career is Not a LinkedIn Headline

“Need a Career” is Not a LinkedIn Headline “Need a Career” is Not a LinkedIn Headline I just received a LinkedIn connection request from a total stranger with no customized invitation message. That’s normal since most LinkedIn users don’t know which “connect” button to enable the customization feature and they don’t know how important a personal message is. Please, please tell me who you are and why you want to connect; I don’t have ESP, you know. (I will continue to beg  LinkedIn  to  enable the customization pop-up with every “connect” button on LinkedIn and make it easier on the phone app, too.) It was  actually the headline that caught  me.  I’m more surprised  than ever  that LinkedIn users  don’t  pay attention to the  headline or the 120 characters that share  their  personal brand with  their  network. This person’s headline:  â€œNeed a Career” Since I’m a career and job search coach,  the headline did its job.  I was intrigued so I opened the profile and  discovered the following: The  most recent job is titled  â€œNeed a Career” Within that top job,  it shows  Self-employed, October 2011 â€" Present, 6 years, 11 months. The  previous  job was for only 6 months. The job prior to that was for only 5 months and unrelated to the skills or job type  listed under “Self-employed”  in #2 above. The  before that  a job that  was for 11 months but there was a  14-month  gap between  it  and the  next most recent  job. There was  no  LinkedIn  summary section, which could have described what they are looking for. There were  no  LinkedIn recommendations  about the job seeker  or given  by the job seeker. In other words, a headline that read like a call for help â€" and did catch my attention â€" provided no useful information about the job seeker. 7  Keys to a great LinkedIn headline: Realize that LinkedIn defaults to the title of your most recent position  as a headline. Make every effort to change that, especially if you are job-seeking or networking for a specific objective.  In addition,  entrepreneurs or solopreneurs would benefit from describing their expertise  rather than using titles like  President,  Consultant,  Coach. Open up your word processor and  type  out your best headline. Limit it to  120 characters, including symbols  and spaces, but use  all  the allowed amount!   List key words that best describe what you want  future  LinkedIn viewers to know about you. If you are making a career change,  use  the skill words that are  most  relevant for your future role. If you are providing services, then promote what you do. Use commas or the vertical slash (|), not the forward slash (/),so the  search  algorithm in LinkedIn can  use  the power of each word.  Note: commas take up less space.  You want to be found by  that search algorithm when  someone  is looking for a job candidate like you! Remove unnecessary words like “Proven success in…”Those extra words take up valuable space! Be specific and compelling. Imagine transforming this headline from“Executive Coach, Strategic Advisor, Author, Speaker”  to: Sr. Executive Coach, Strategic Advisor, Author, Speaker | Leadership,  Management, Communications, Boards,  Team Building Avoid trying to be “cute” or philosophical, and no jargon, please: Creative Bad-Ass fluent in video, live event, and online learning production Leading teams that enable the success of customers and partners by transforming their businesses with technology. Passionate about democratizing learning Payments expert and innovator Passions in public speaking and human beings Good  Examples: Nonprofit Professional, Social Entrepreneur, Educator, Team Leader, Fund-Raiser, Communications, Partnerships, Innovator CEO | Growth Driver | Entrepreneur | Mobile, Digital, Technology and Consumer Package Goods (CPG) | B2C | E-commerce U.S. Military job seeker  aiming for an information technology role:  Active Directory | PowerShell | Aspiring Support Engineer | DNS | DHCP | Secret Clearance | Bilingual | Army Veteran A coach: The Impact Leadership Expert,  We Grow Leaders,  Help Women Advance, Keynote Speaker,  Author,  Coaching,  Training Take advantage of all of the benefits of LinkedIn details to make a career change, build your network, sell more products and services,  and simply shine! Join Dana Manciagli’s Job Search Master Class ® right now and immediately access the most comprehensive job search system currently available!

Im coming to Hong Kong - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Im coming to Hong Kong - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Ill be speaking at Hong Kongs first ever conference on happiness at work on October 23 arranged by our awesome partners at TGI Monday. Join me and learn exactly how to make your company happier and more succesful and how to be happy at work yourself. More information and tickets here. Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related